Administrative Assistant To Lead Pastor
Location: US, MI, Grand Rapids
Department: Pastoral Support
Salary range: 15000-17000
Employment type: Part-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Associate Degree
Industry: Religious Institutions
Function: Administrative

Company profile:
The Edge is a multicultural ministry committed to reaching the urban/ hip-hop culture in mind, body and spirit. The Edge was planted by Kentwood Community Church in the fall of 2009. It was planted as a missions church to reach people from all walks of life who are looking for hope and a future. Our community has become family for many in our context. Our high energy Saturday night Sessions are filled with hip-hop and R&amp;B music, authentic people and fellowship. Our location has become a second home for many and our building is open most days of the week to the entire community. We hold Bible studies, tutor each other, work in the music studio, a video production room and just hang out together to watch movies. Over the past three years, we have seen unbelievable social and spiritual change occurring in the lives of those who attend our church and community ministries. Over the past three years, hundreds of people have come to know Jesus as Lord as a result of what God is doing in the midst of The Edge.

Job description:
Pay: $15,000 - $17,000Type: (30 hrs. per week)Position Purpose: Provide high-level support to the Senior Pastor in a wide range of activities in the performance of his administrative and ministerial responsibilities, while interacting with staff, congregational members and the community. Other general administrative duties are also involved. It is essential to have a cheerful, pleasant and caring Christ-like spirit. A good sense of humor and the ability to effectively work with a wide spectrum of people will be assets.Key Accountabilities:Administrative support (booking, meetings ect.)(40%)General Office &amp; Building Use Coordination (Manage facilities team, Office Supplies, Staff Off Days, Staff Receipts) (10%)   Denominational Reporting (5%)News Letters/Mailings/Gift Entries (Manage mailing list, send out news letters) (5%)Oversee Connections Ministry (10%)General Church Communications (FB, Website, Printed) (10%)

Requirements:
Must be a born again believer with a maturing relationship with Christ.Must show a faithful pursuit of leadership characteristics as listed in 1#URL_00ccf6bb20e20e5e9993864408eb928d9db51cf673ec398a962d81ee3f56a408#Must agree with theological position The Wesleyan Church/ The EDGEAbility to prioritize and multi-task projects and assignments, using good time management skills in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role.Possesses a helpful, cheerful, diplomatic and caring servant attitude to allWell organized, flexible and adaptableEnjoy the administrative challenges of supporting the Senior Pastor and church in the daily performance of duties and functionsServes as gatekeeper to the senior pastor, while ensuring people are helped/served in a friendly and Christ-centered manner.Handles travel plans and preparation for preaching, speaking and ministry engagementsAids in preparation for meetings and events through the production of documents, handouts, reports, ordered meals, reminders, etc., as requested by the senior pastorMaintains various types of files and databases for the senior pastor and churchReviews and/or drafts the senior pastor’s correspondence and answers mail and/or composes letters, as directedBe responsible for heavy calendar management and coordination, requiring interaction with persons both internal and externalServes as the church’s principal administrative supply coordinator. Orders, maintains and distributes all administrative supplies. Ensures adequate supplies are on hand.Consults with ministry leaders to identify/define leaders’ needs and requirements relative to space needs in the church.May run errands for the senior pastor.Must have strong writing and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability and attention to detailMust have effective time-management skillsMust demonstrate strong working knowledge of computers and proficiency in software programs, including Microsoft Office applications, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher, Excel, database systems and use of the InternetMust have a heart for the ministry of The EDGE and the people of this church family

Benefits:
EDGE Value Add:Flexible working environmentConstant leadership development opportunitiesMentorship from specialist in urban ministry1 Week Paid VacationHonor System Sick/Personal Days$1000.00 salary fund raising match (annually)Fund raising training